Highly-Addictive Steam Game Is Only $2 And Perfect For The Holiday Break

22.12.2023 - 18:05 / screenrant.com / Game Is

Originally released for PC in 2014, is an incredibly challenging but fun indie rhythm-based action platformer developed by one person. Typically, the game is pretty cheap at only $3.99 on the Steam Store, but during the Steam Winter Sale, the game is 50 percent off at just $1.99. Not only that, but the sole developer has just released a new content update to the title, adding new levels and enhancements even for those who have played in the past.

Perfect for both mobile devices or a Steam Deck, has the perfect kind of gameplay to enjoy during downtime in social events, as there isn't necessarily an intricate storyline or character development to pay attention to. This makes it the perfect game for the holidays. At its core, the title game is a fast-paced arcade side-scroller that will challenge even the most skilled platforming veterans.

is an action-platforming title with a heavy rhythm influence and developed by just one person, Robert Topala, the founding member of RobTop Games. In, people control a small icon on the screen and must navigate the level's obstacles without tripping into one of the game's hazards. The icon on the screen must jump around spiked blocks and lava pits while navigating through portals set behind catchy EDM. While the game boasts nearly 30 different official levels, where it truly shines is its in-game level builder and the thousands of maps created by the community.

Also referred to as a runner-style game, is incredibly simple in its design while simultaneously being particularly difficult, to the point of near frustration. With six different difficulty settings ranging from «Easy» to «Extreme Demon» mode, there's really no limit to how far one can push oneself in terms of difficulty. Another major feature of the game is the map creator, which has boosted the title's popularity as community creations are often inventive and even more formidable.

will be on sale via the Steam Store during the Steam Winter Sale for $1.99 until January 4, 2023.

was originally developed in 2013 for mobile devices but was later ported to the PC in December 2014, gaining a small cult following from the community and influencers willing to take on the challenge. As one would expect, it's often the ever-present and reoccurring miserable failures that elicit a large view count, as the game's punishing levels and different community challenges are what make it the most fun. In the spirit of modern-day platformers with punishing gameplay, while challenging, Geometry Dash's incredibly tough learning curve is also a key factor in why the game is so highly praised.

As of the time of writing, the small indie title is exploding on Steam, with its maximum player count peaking at over 88,000 people,